The Economy Ministry secretary-general, Datuk Nor Azmie Diron, announced that the Omnibus Act is anticipated to be put into effect within this year, facilitating the sharing of data and cloud storage among government agencies.
He stressed the necessity for robust and sustainable data-sharing legislation to support the integration of data from various government entities, according to Bernama.
Nor Azmie highlighted the existing challenge of disparate databases, governed by distinct regulations, hindering seamless data sharing and causing delays in the PADU data coordination process.
To overcome these challenges, ongoing engagement sessions at different levels, including those led by Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli and Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali, have been conducted.
Additionally, a memorandum of understanding has been signed with relevant agencies to enable data sharing. Nor Azmie acknowledged concerns about security risks and classified information leaks, emphasising the serious attention given to data and cybersecurity aspects through system development and strategic cooperation with pertinent stakeholders.
Nor Azmie outlined the phased development of PADU, focusing initially on collecting administrative data from federal government ministries and agencies with their respective databases.
Many federal-level agencies, such as the National Registration Department, the Public Service Department, the Inland Revenue Board, and Tenaga Nasional Bhd, have already committed to supplying data.
Recognising the digital gap, especially in rural areas, special counter services near residents’ locations are planned to address the potential lack of internet access. Registration can currently be completed at the State Operations Office of the Malaysian Statistics Department and the Digital Economy Centre (PEDi).
Moreover, a special task force, equipped with Starlink services, will assist individuals in remote areas without internet access in the online registration process.
